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Rev B Mar 2012

The “Little Cracker”

Installation Guide

Manufactured by Tarlan Technical Ltd

Salt Water Creek, New Zealand

Phone 03 3136271 Fax 03 3132814

www.littlecracker.co.nz

Thank you for purchasing a “Littlecracker” multi-fuel Fire.

We are sure this fire will give you years of warmth from its professional design and

construction and of course it carries a 2 year warrantee.

For any assistance in fitting of this unit we are only a phone call away.

Summary of Contents for Little Cracker

Page 1: ...nd Phone 03 3136271 Fax 03 3132814 www littlecracker co nz Thank you for purchasing a Littlecracker multi fuel Fire We are sure this fire will give you years of warmth from its professional design and construction and of course it carries a 2 year warrantee For any assistance in fitting of this unit we are only a phone call away ...

Page 2: ...Mar 2012 Installation of this fire is critical to ensure adequate ventilation We offer a complete install service should you require this If you should find any of these instructions incorrect or confusing please tell us ...

Page 3: ...r polystyrene insulated wall without any heat deflectors wood to be 250mm polystyrene insulated panel 300mm Polystyrene panel temperature must not exceed 65 C If an additional metal sheet is placed on the wall use spacers to hold off the wall 25mm at the bottom of sheet the gap from sheet to floor must be at least a 25mm as well as the top gap must be open and then recommended clearance can be red...

Page 4: ...ctors on request which is a frame that is affixed to the roof of the bus and allows any branches etc to ride up and over the flue cap However fit where you want it For other areas please consult us for tech support for dwellings a plumber is the best man for this but we can supply the flue kit if given drawing of roof detail Our Motor Home installation method is 1 We use a modified expandable awni...

Page 5: ...s thin ply etc then fit some flat steel straps on the bottom side for the nuts to pull up on make sure it is secured a strong floor if in doubt add a chain to a protruding bolt and bolt other end of chain to the chassis 4 Mark the centre and drill a pilot hole through the two layers of the roof you may need a long drill make sure drill is kept straight with the line the pole was get an assistant t...

Page 6: ...Page 6 of 23 Rev B Mar 2012 6 Use a 150mm hole saw or a jig saw to cut both surfaces for a Dektite fitting Remove as much polystyrene as possible at least 50mm from hole edge all way around ...

Page 7: ...p flue through the sleeve and lower into fire Use spacer as per step 11 to help centralize sleeve Do not fit maniseal yet 8 Fix sleeve to top roof by three metal tabs not included made up of any sheet metal 40mm x 15mm wide is sufficient size bend at centerline 90 deg check the sleeve it should be central and protrude approx 150mm above roof ...

Page 8: ...nt around the 150mm liner We recommend Simson ISR70 03 available in black or grey 10 On inside surface if hole is a neat fit then apply a bead of sealant white if it suits roof lining for a neat finish enclosed is a ceiling plate in case hole needs covering up ...

Page 9: ...mm sleeve In this picture we assemble it then slide it up inside the sleeve and then tighten bolt spacer comes as a flat unbent piece which needs to be bent by hand insert bent spacer pic 9 Cut the Dektite at the 140mm mark and fit once positioned lift it up put sealant under the top lip and pull back down then proceed to put sealant under the edge and rivet edge flange to roof ...

Page 10: ...Page 10 of 23 Rev B Mar 2012 Make sure sealant shows at edges if it doesn t apply a bead on the edge of it to the roof ...

Page 11: ...le grinder with 1mm cut off disc 13 Put Maniseal around the flue below the rib and drop into fire don t do this if you are removing flue to cut to length do it on last fit wipe Maniseal surplus off quickly with a damp cloth 14 Put a bead of RTV of the very top lip of the flue and fit cowl check cowl is central and straight and then put a rivet on each of the protruding legs at the bottom of the co...

Page 12: ...Page 12 of 23 Rev B Mar 2012 15 Optional Rain Cap can be fitted at any time after installation this will need drilling and riveting in place Note Rain Hood is top part with fin shown attached to cowl ...

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Page 14: ...and or blow back ash or soot into your mobile home INSTALLATION OF COWL AND FLUE The 400 mm long 150 mm diameter stainless steel sleeve supplied with this kit can be shortened to suit your application but for motor homes it should be close to the right length the stainless ceiling finishing panel can be omitted if preferred Once the 150mm diameter sleeve has been secured slide the cowl over this u...

Page 15: ...are supplied in 1200mm lengths and can be cut down to suit simply send us the length and we can do this for you the brackets are supplied loose in case the length is altered Please ensure that the white plastic film is removed before use Place brackets on the centre line of the reflector equal distance from either end any distance you prefer mark and drill the holes Either bolts or rivets are supp...

Page 16: ...pprox 20mm protrudes through the lower cone only screw or rivet cowl to flue through the three legs that protrude at the base of the cowl apply RTV or similar sealant to the flue before it is placed into cowl a screw at this point between flue and top of inner cowl is optional as it needs removal of outer cone for access we don t do this ...

Page 17: ...mended type of seal then drill the holes all at 150mm diameter and skip steps 4 to 8 If using a Dektite or similar cut the opening to 150mm and ensure there is at least 150mm of the SS liner protruding to enable cowl to attach The Dektite will need to be cut on the 140 150mm diameter as marked on the easily identified sizing ...

Page 18: ...re 468mm from base to flat surface of fire How to use Guide The Little Cracker Manufactured by Tarlan Technical Ltd Salt Water Creek New Zealand Phone 03 3136271 Fax 03 3132814 www littlecracker co nz Thank you for purchasing a Littlecracker multi fuel or Wood Fire ...

Page 19: ...ar 2012 We are sure this fire will give you years of warmth from its professional design and construction and of course it carries a 2 year warrantee For any assistance in fitting of this unit we are only a phone call away ...

Page 20: ...area will ensure the heat spreads within your van Generally the daytime living area will be the most suitable spot especially if you are intending to make use of the fires cooking capabilities We have different pedestals available to suit different installation requirements generally we would recommend no higher than 200mm please contact us for details 24 Month Warranty Your new burner is guarante...

Page 21: ...ent heating with either fuel If you have a Woody then this is a wood only fire N B This unit is NOT Clean Air Approved As it is designed for use in a mobile situation it is not subject to the regulations covering domestic fires in a fixed location If used in accordance with our instructions it will cause minimal pollution Also the fire must be able to be fully shut off to prevent a blast furnace e...

Page 22: ...ent is closed only the bottom vent should be used for control purposes For extended burning e g overnight your fire can be banked if required push all the fuel to the rear of the fire box behind the grate and close down the vents Caution This unit burns oxygen as all combustible fires do be sure to provide adequate ventilation to ensure safe operation Heat rises be careful what you place above thi...

Page 23: ...aler where purchased_________________________________________________ Date purchased_________________________ To validate your warranty please cut off and return to Tarlan Technical Ltd 66 Amesbury Road RD 2 Rangiora 7472 Warranty Manufacturers copy Purchasers Name______________________________________________________ Address______________________________________________________________ Dealer whe...

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